Monetary Donations

Preserve local
history and increase your support of the Historical Society.

In addition to
memberships, the Historical Society looks to individuals,
corporations and foundations for annual support. This additional
support funds our efforts in preservation; enables us to maintain our
artifact and manuscript collections; publish books and publications
on local history; create exhibitions and educational programs and, of
course, meet operational expenses. Unless directed to a particular
program or project, gifts to the Annual Fund provide resources to
meet current institutional needs and take advantage of unanticipated
opportunities.

Memorial and
Honorary Gifts

Gifts in any amount
are welcome and will be used to support the Historical Society’s
mission to recognize and preserve our local history.

Gifts can be made to
the Milwaukee County Historical Society in honor or in memory of
someone you care about. The gift could celebrate an individual’s
birthday, anniversary, or special occasion in their life. Gifts can
be used to honor a milestone for a local business or civic leader.
Express sympathy or honor the memory of a loved one. It is a
thoughtful way to recognize an individual’s life and
accomplishments.

When you make a
gift, an acknowledgment is sent to the individual(s) being honored or
to the family of the deceased without indicating the amount.

Planned Gifts

Keep Long Island
City’s History Alive with a Gift through Your Will

Residents are well
known for volunteering their time and other resources for the benefit
of causes in which they believe. As a result, the lives of all of us
are enriched.

Many people also
choose to include their charitable interests in their long-range
financial plans. Making thoughtful charitable gifts in this way can
often go hand-in-hand with preserving economic security for one’s
self and loved ones, thanks to a number of special planning methods
that are available.

The will is one of
the most popular vehicles for making gifts through one’s estate.
For each multimillion-dollar charitable bequest you may have read
about, countless people of all means, in all walks of life, make
bequests as well. Indeed, the economic stability of charitable causes
of all types, including the Greater Astoria Historical Society, has
been built over the years largely because of charitable bequests.

Leaving a legacy to
future generations is a rewarding and noble act. However, a gift from
your estate – whether through your will or other estate planning
vehicles – can only be made if you plan. Very simple plans are
often all that are required.

We will be pleased
to discuss with you ways in which we can help you meet your
charitable goals. Be sure to consult your attorney or advisor for the
best advice in your situation.

For more information
contact the Executive Director, Rober Singleton, at 718-278-0700 or
info@astorialic.org.